Naproxen Prescribing at GP DIRECT
Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout | Musculoskeletal and Joint Diseases
Items (12m)
1,494
Total Quantity
64.8K
NHS Cost
£3.9K
vs National Avg
+51.3%
GP DIRECT prescribed 1,494 items of Naproxen over the last 12 months at a cost of £3,947 to the NHS. This is 51.3% above the national average prescribing rate. Naproxen is classified under Drugs used in rheumatic diseases and gout in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
105
Jun 2026
104
Jun 2026
112
Jun 2026
120
Jun 2026
143
Jun 2026
153
Jun 2026
125
Jun 2026
110
Jun 2026
102
Jun 2026
124
Jun 2026
155
Jun 2026
141
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 1,494 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 64,756 |
| Total NHS Cost | £3,947 |
| Presentations | 4 different forms |
| vs National Average | +51.3% |
Naproxen Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 1,494 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 987 items |
| Difference | +51.3% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.